Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and Finance
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
BBA
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2026
TUITION FEES
AED 73,017 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* VAT inclusive
Developing an understanding of how financial institutions operate and the frameworks in which they work is an important platform for a career in the sector.
Our BBA in Accounting and Finance will equip you with the detailed knowledge and skills needed to take on professional roles in the fields of corporate finance and accounting. You will complete a challenging program of courses, which include banking, securities analysis, capital analysis, portfolio management, financial regulation, wealth management, international financial management, management accounting systems, and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Benefits
Canadian University Dubai’s BBA in Accounting and Finance program will develop your skills in planning, critical analysis, and financial evaluation in order to prepare you for the dynamic and challenging world of corporate finance. The degree will also provide you with a platform to move forward in an accounting career, as graduates of this program are well-positioned to advance into professional designation training initiatives, including CMA, CFA, and CA.
ACCA accreditation
ACCA is a global body for professional accountants with 219,000 members and 517,000 students in 179 countries, providing one of the most professional, global accounting qualifications in the world. Students who are going to graduate from CUD with a BBA in Accounting and Finance on or after January 1, 2021, and up to December 31, 2025, will receive a total of seven exemptions in the professional ACCA examination papers, particularly those related to applied knowledge and applied skills. Please review this page and/or the ACCA exemptions calculator for the exempted ACCA examination papers.
CIMA accreditation
The BBA in Accounting and Finance at CUD is accredited by CIMA, the world’s largest and leading professional body of management accountants. This means that as a graduate of the program, you can obtain exemptions from eight of the exams that lead to the CIMA Professional Qualification and the global professional designation of Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA).
Furthermore, you can start your professional accreditation while still studying for your BBA through the special early entry opportunity, which will allow you to sit the Operational Case Study Exam at the end of your second year. As a CUD student, you can register with CIMA at any point during your studies and get access to a wide range of preparatory resources.
For further information, see the CUD exemptions information on the CIMA website.
ICAEW (Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales)
ICAEW is one of the leading professional accounting bodies that promotes, develops, and supports chartered accountants and students worldwide. Students in the BBA Accounting and Finance program can receive up to six exemptions from the ACA (Associate Chartered Accountant) modules, provided they achieve a minimum grade of 60% (C or higher). For the Business, Technology, and Finance module, an exemption is available for graduates with a GPA of at least 2.0. As an ICAEW Partner in Learning (PiL), ICAEW also offers career development support, including job listings and internships, to CUD students in the BBA Accounting & Finance program.
CFA Affiliate Program
CUD is also an affiliated university for the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute University Affiliation Program. This affiliation indicates that the curriculum of our BBA in Accounting and Finance program is closely tied to the practice of investment management and is helpful to students preparing for the CFA® Program exams.
Now Available for CUD Faculty of Management Students
CUD is committed to empowering students and inspiring them to pursue their academic goals and career aspirations. In line with this initiative, we are pleased to announce that 9 Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Student Scholarships are now available for students enrolled in CUD’s Faculty of Management.
Our Faculty of Management embraces the largest number of students at CUD and delivers a personalized learning experience directly linked to future-facing research and practice.
This scholarship opportunity will provide financial aid to recipients by waiving the one-time program enrolment fee and discounting the exam registration fee to $350 (from approximately $1000).
The table below describes the particulars of this scholarship and how interested students can apply.
| What does the scholarship cover? | Each Student Scholarship waives the one-time program enrollment fee and discounts the exam registration fee to $350 (from approximately $1000). This also includes access to the curriculum. |
|---|---|
| Validity | Once a student is awarded the scholarship, it must be used within 1 year for any exam during this period. The current scholarship allotment runs through August 31st. |
| Eligibility | The student must be in their final year of the undergraduate program or a full-time or part-time graduate student when awarded the scholarship. |
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| How to Apply? | Contact your course advisor or the Accounting & Finance Program Coordinator, Dr Ikhlaas. |
| Note | Students must not register for the exam prior to receiving the scholarship, as CFA will not process refunds. |
University Requirements [General Education Courses – 27 Credits]
Compulsory Courses (21 Credits)
- English I
- English II
- Applications of Computer Software
- Emirati Studies
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Fundamentals of Innovation, Entrepreneurship 1
- Fundamentals of Innovation, Entrepreneurship 2
- Mathematics for Business
Elective Courses (6 Credits): Students are required to select two courses from the following
- Biology I
- Chemistry
- Principles of Environmental Science
- Modern Art Appreciation
- Music Appreciation and Communication
- Using Positive Psychology at Work
- Ecosystems and Human Health
- Science and Technology in Society
- Communication Skills in Arabic
- Islamic Studies
- Psychology in Everyday Life
- Fundamentals of Public Speaking
- Ethical Reasoning for Today’s World
Program Core Requirements [Core Courses – 66 Credits]
Compulsory Courses (63 Credits, Common to All Majors)
- Principles of Accounting I
- Principles of Accounting II
- Fundamentals of Taxation
- Principles of Microeconomics
- Principles of Macroeconomics
- Entrepreneurship 1
- Entrepreneurship 2
- Principles of Finance
- Human Resource Management
- Principles of Management
- Business Report Writing
- Organizational Behavior
- Legal Environment of Business
- Principles of Marketing
- Business Statistics
- International Business
- Introduction to Business Analytics
- Business Research Methodologies
- Operations Management
- Management Information Systems
- Business Ethics and Social Responsibility
- Strategic Management
Elective Courses (3 Credits): Students are required to select one course from the following
- e-Business Fundamentals
- Financial Markets and Institutions
- Digital Marketing
- Cross-Cultural Communication and Management
- Change Management
* This course is not for the e-Business Major.
** This course is not for the Marketing Major.
*** This course is not for the International Business Major.
Program Major Requirements [36 Credits]
Compulsory Courses (24 Credits)
- Management Accounting
- International Financial Reporting Standards
- Corporate Finance
- Portfolio Management
- Investment Analysis
- Internship in Accounting and Finance
- Accounting Information Systems
- Auditing
Elective Courses (6 Credits): Students are required to select two courses from the following
- Advanced Financial Accounting
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Investment Fund
- Financial Derivatives
As a flourishing sector, particularly in the region, there is a wealth of career opportunities in the finance and accounting sector. Graduates of the program can pursue professional roles in global corporations, government and international agencies, international trade, and international public institutions. Our BBA in Accounting and Finance is designed to prepare students for careers in:
- Banking
- Investments
- Wealth Management
- Securities Trading and Analysis
- Accounting
- Audit
- Financial Management
- Credit Control